RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das is sounding the alarm that some non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) are all about fast growth but aren’t thinking about sustainability. This could stir up financial trouble, especially with high interest rates and fees flying around. Das is all for better risk management and compliance in NBFCs to keep things steady in the long run.
US is seriously thinking about breaking up Google as a solution to its monopoly problem. This whole thing started because they believe Google has been unfairly dominating the market, which isn’t good for competition.
Delhi-NCR is dealing with a major air quality crisis, with the AQI hitting some crazy levels. Mundka’s sitting at an AQI of 337, which is pretty scary for our health. It’s super important for everyone to keep an eye on air quality and know how to stay safe.
The BJP pulled off an epic third win in Haryana, thanks in large part to the RSS stepping up. After some tough times and losing voter love, they got back on track with some smart outreach and grassroots efforts that helped them connect with rural folks and flip potential losses into a big win.
The BJP is getting ready for the upcoming by-elections in Uttar Pradesh and has lined up 27 potential candidates for nine seats. A meeting led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath kicked things off for picking the final candidates, while the opposition is also plotting their moves ahead of the elections expected in November.
The BJP has pulled off its third win in a row in Haryana, grabbing 48 out of 90 Assembly seats, even though they lost eight ministers. The Congress party, dealing with its own mess, could only manage 36 seats. This election showed the BJP’s still got a fanbase, but the close vote margins and Congress’s struggles are raising some eyebrows.
In Thiruvananthapuram, youth groups from the opposition protested against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, calling for him to resign over some controversial comments and supposed police ties. Things got wild with clashes against the cops, resulting in water cannons and tear gas being used, and several people getting arrested.
The Kerala High Court is asking the Cochin Devaswom Board for their take on a petition about shooting films inside the Sree Poornathrayeesa temple. There are worries that allowing non-Hindu actors in might mess with the temple’s traditions and rituals.
The Kerala Assembly was buzzing with tension as the UDF brought up an adjournment motion over a senior cop’s meeting with RSS leaders. The Opposition slammed the LDF for brushing off serious questions, while the ruling party backed the cop and called the allegations politically motivated.
Microsoft’s execs are letting everyone know there’s no plan to force folks back to the office like Amazon is doing. They’re all about flexibility as long as people keep up their productivity. This comes after Amazon stirred the pot by making employees come back to the office five days a week, which has not gone over well with their staff.